The Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald

The Princess and the Goblin

Princess Irene and Curdie #1

George MacDonald with Arthur Hughes (Illustrator)

241 pages • first pub 1872 (editions)

fiction childrens classics fantasy adventurous lighthearted medium-paced
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Princess Irene's discovery of a secret stair leads to a wonderful revelation. At the same time, Curdie overhears a fiendish plot by the goblins. Princess Irene & Curdie must make sense of their separate knowledge & foil the goblins' schemes.

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Moods

adventurous 96%
lighthearted 63%
hopeful 29%
mysterious 25%
funny 20%
inspiring 19%
relaxing 12%
reflective 9%
dark 7%
emotional 7%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 56%
fast 28%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 51% | A mix: 33% | Character: 13%

Strong character development?

No: 46% | Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 82% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 74% | Yes: 14% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 64% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.85

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